HIGHTLIGHTS
Travel Style: Halong Bay Cruise, Special Interests
Trip length: 2 days
Let's travel green and use this eco boat for your cruising trip on Lan Ha Bay. This small-scale, low-noise junk and off-track cruising route, anchor in quiet spots away from crowded routes, giving you a peaceful, more authentic bay experience.
Cruise Lan Ha Bay the green way on our Eco-Friendly Cruise — combining breathtaking nature with minimal environmental impact. This small-scale, low-noise junk and anchors in quiet spots away from crowded routes, giving you a peaceful, more authentic bay experience. Over two days, you’ll glide through emerald waters dotted with towering limestone karsts, visit traditional floating fishing villages, kayak into hidden lagoons, swim in pristine bays, and enjoy fresh Vietnamese meals on board. With fewer boats around, less disturbance to wildlife, and a focus on leaving no trace, this tour is perfect for travelers who care about sustainability without sacrificing comfort or adventure.
- Quiet cruising through Lan Ha Bay, often less crowded than Halong Bay.
- Kayak in hidden lagoons & caves (Hang Ca – Bat Cave)
- Swim & relax at Bai Trai Dao Beach
- Explore Viet Hai Village in Cat Ba National Park by bike or walking
- Visit floating fish farms & learn about local life
- Anchor overnight in secluded areas, away from the crowds and loud motorboats.
- Focus on responsible tourism: small-group cruising, clean-water anchorage, local engagement.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi - Cat Ba Island - Eco Friendly Cruise (L, D)
- 7:00-7.30 the bus pickup at your hotel in Hanoi and depart to Cat Ba (or you can book a private car).
- 12:15: welcome on board. Do the check in and start the navigation, the junk will cruise to take you to pass by the floating village.
- Have lunch on boat in Lan Ha bay.
- Keep cruising to the most scenic areas of the bay with hundreds of beautiful islands.
- Continue cruising further to see the unique Lan Ha bay.
- Kayak through the narrow lagoons and tunnel caves called Hang Ca (the Bat Cave).
- Cruise to Bai Trai Dao beaches. Free for swimming and relax to enjoy the sunset on thebay.
- Anchor at a calm water area for dinner and experience the peaceful night on the junk among beautiful mountains.
Day 2: Lan Ha bay - Cat Ba - Hanoi (B, L)
- Wake up early to see the dawn on the bay and then have breakfast.
- Get off the boat at Viet Hai Port. Start walking or cycling to Viet Hai village inside Cat Ba National Park. The tour will help you to understand how the locals can make the livings while the whole village is surrounded by mountains. Or (private charter cruise) If you do not like the village, the boat takes you to see some other parts of the bay then you visit a floating fish farm. You will learn how the local people there make their livings.
- Get back to the boat.
- Have lunch on the way back.
- 11:45 AM Check out and get off the boat to Cat Ba. (If our boat is not busy to pick new group, we can offer you longer time on boat.)
- 12:30: Take the bus back to Hanoi.
GROUP TOUR (Seat-in-Coach)
The price is USD/person, quoted for a package tour/room/tickets..| Tour Package | Price |
|---|---|
| Shared Crusie (10 cabins) | $199 |
PRIVATE TOUR PRICE
The price (USD/person) is quoted for a private tour based on the group sizes, you can send us your inquiry to make up a personalized itinerary and quotation.| Tour Category | 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-8 pax | 9 pax up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Charter Cruise (2 cabins) | $388 | $295 | $290 | $280 |
Not fit your requirement? Feel free to contact us to plan this trip and get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
INQUIRY
Other information
- This is a small-group, low-impact cruise. Expect simpler but clean cabins, and quieter nights.
- Swimwear, sun protection, and waterproof bags are highly recommended.
- Tour may be affected by weather and tide — the operator chooses quiet anchorage spots for safety and sustainability.
- Ask ahead about vegetarian or dietary preferences, as meals are Vietnamese-fusion and use local produce.
Tour Includes
- Private/Bus transferring from Hanoi
- Private/Shared Eco Friendly boat cruising,
- English speaking tour guide,
- Kayaking,
- All meals as indicated (B: breakfast, L: lunch, D: dinner)
- Sightseeing fees
- Mineral water
- Ferry to/from Cat Ba
Tour Excludes
- Beverages, other meals not mentioned.
- Travel insurance
- Tips & personal expenses not clearly mentioned above
- Motorbike trip is optional






